2009 Hummer H2 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1758 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Hummer | Renault |
| Model | H2 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 55 L |
